In "Mickey 17," directed by Bong Joon Ho, Robert Pattinson plays Mickey, an Expendable in a futuristic world where cloning allows individuals to be "reprinted" after death. Set in 2054, Mickey and Timo must navigate dangerous missions on a new planet while battling a loan shark. The film, based on Edward Ashton's novel "Mickey7," highlights Bong's signature style, tackling social themes like class and resistance. Pattinson's portrayal of Mickey adds depth, contrasting with his previous roles, inviting audiences to engage with a fresh narrative experience that challenges conventional storytelling.
As Timo is leaving his old friend Mickey to die in an icy crevice on a barren planet, he says, "Nice knowing you, have a nice death" - before adding, "See you tomorrow." Mickey, you see, will be back in a new body, one that looks like the old one.
Moviegoers used to predictable superhero movies churned out of risk-averse studios might have a bit of trouble getting used to Bong's idiosyncratic style. But once they settle into "Mickey 17," they'll be rewarded with a distinctive film about class, capitalist corruption and the underdog instinct to band together and resist.
Based on Edward Ashton's 2022 novel "Mickey7" and adapted by Bong, "Mickey 17" takes place in 2054. Mickey and Timo are targeted for death by a loan shark, so they sign up for a mission to colonize the planet Niflheim.
It's a long way from Pattinson's take on "The Batman." Talking in a New York accent, his Mickey is none too bright, but he's sincere, and he's a scrappy survivor in the best Bong tradition.
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